"...My style is a smooth and polished look of realism that is slightly naÔve -- a reflection of what I see in my mindís eye. Because I am an idealist, I strive for balance and beauty since these qualities embody my ideals...To me, a piece of art is most valuable to society when it can transcend real life through interpretation and inspire wonder and thought through beauty. I believe that good art is a necessary ingredient in human evolution."